10-daagse 'Nile Gems'-rondreis in Egypte - MCCT11

Your experience of a unique Egypt tour package starts from Cairo, the capital. Our representative will assist you with everything necessary at Cairo International Airport. 

Then, you’ll be transported to the comfort of your hotel for the overnight via our private AC vehicle. 

Check our optional tours at night.

Today, a unique day is waiting for you on this remarkable Egypt tour package.

Following breakfast, your tour to Egypt begins with the Great Pyramids of Giza, the majestic work of 3 great Pharaohs: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure that testify to royal perfectionism & artistry and bring the history to life in front of your eyes.

Also, at the Giza plateau, you’ll meet the mighty Sphinx, an architectural beauty of limestone 3,000 years old of a mythical creature that represents the greatness of ancient Egypt architecture. 

After lunch, we end the day with a visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which houses Egypt’s major stock of artifacts and monuments of almost 170,000 different extraordinary pieces like the treasuries of great Kings like Tutankhamun and his famous mask.

Last but not least, you’ll continue wandering at Khan El Khalili Street. A souk that remained since the 14th century and a main destination for many goods like spices, gold, soap, and handmade souvenirs which you'll definitely like and buy for your loved ones.

Later, you’ll be brought back to your hotel for the overnight.

After a delicious breakfast, you’ll start with flying to Aswan, and as you arrive, our representative will deliver you to your Nile Cruise ship. 

Then, you’ll kick off the day by visiting Aswan High Dam, Egypt’s shield against floods that used to submerge Egypt once. Aswan High Dam is an engineering pearl of 12,570 feet long and 364 feet in height that doesn't only prevent flooding but also provides most of Egypt’s hydroelectric power. 

Next, we’ll take you to Philae Temple, which is dedicated to the goddess Isis and consists of many pylons, structures, courtyards, and sanctuaries. The temple is a mixture of Greco-Roman and Egyptian and to save it from being drowned, the temple was cut into 40,000 pieces and moved to its current location on Agilkia Island. 

Last but not least, we’ll get you to the Unfinished Obelisk, a failing obelisk of pink granite that would have been the largest in the world with a size of 137 feet and almost 1200 tons in weight. The obelisk wasn't completed due to a crack that happened during the quarrying process. However, the Unfinished Obelisk is still a tourist attraction for many visitors.   

Later, you’ll enjoy both lunch and dinner onboard the Nile cruise ship.

After breakfast, you’ll venture to Kom Ombo Temple, which is dedicated to the two gods Horus and Sobek and was designed to be of 2 perfect halves one for each god, and adorned with mesmerizing well-preserved paintings and craftings along with chambers and sanctuaries.

Then, you’ll enter the Crocodile Museum in Kom Ombo, which exhibits many crocodiles artifacts honoring the god Sobek such as status, mummified crocodiles, skeletons and eggs of ancient crocodiles, and wooden sarcophagi for mummified crocodiles.

Following lunch onboard the Nile Cruise ship while sailing to Edfu, you’ll walk your feet into the god Horus Temple in Edfu, which is known for its carefully crafted inscriptions & paintings of the god Horus, and well-preserved conditions that speak of ancient Egypt's daily life, religious rituals, and beliefs. From inside, imagine yourself standing in the temple’s huge hypostyle hall, along with the decorated small chapels and sanctuaries.

Then, you’ll continue sailing toward Luxor, spend the evening at leisure, and savor a delicious dinner on board.

On this day of your Nile cruise at Christmas trip and upon breakfast, you’ll start with the Valley of the Kings, a beautifully painted necropolis of Egypt’s great Pharaohs such as Tutankhamun, Ramses III, Seti I, and Tuthmosis III. You’ll witness the beautiful & colorful wall paintings that describe the ancient Egypt funerary rites, the story of the pharaoh, and help his soul on its journey to the afterlife.

Next, you’ll visit the great Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, which is an impressive crafted inside the limestone cliff necropolis that will surely capture your attention. The temple is characterized by its special integration with the surrounding landscape. From the inside, the walls are adorned with charming inscriptions and statues that depict Hatshepsut's reign, her divine birth, and religious rituals.

Later, you’ll stop by the Colossi of Memnon, two colossal statues of quartzite sandstone 60 feet tall that sit proudly guarding Amenhotep's memorial temple that once existed and disappeared due to floodings.

Finally, you’ll enjoy lunch and dinner onboard the Nile Cruise ship.

Starting with Karnak Temple, which is the largest temple in Egypt dedicated to Amun, Mut, and their son Khonsu. Karnak Temple includes the great Hypostyle Hall, Sacred Lake, Obelisks, and many wall inscriptions that depict many Pharaohs, religious reliefs, and Gods of ancient Egypt as it was the center of many important events such as the Opet Festival.

Then, we’ll venture to Luxor Temple, which has a unique splendor of ancient architecture and is known for hosting the coronation of many Kings and Pharaohs, and the royal nature of the place can be seen in the large pylon, the Avenue of Sphinxes that connects Luxor Temple with Karnak Temple, and courtyards & halls that ends with the sanctuary. Each part takes you on a different story and has a special style. 

Following lunch, you’ll be on your way to Hurghadavia our AC vehicle, and as you reach there, we’ll get you to your hotel. 

After breakfast, we’ll deliver you to your boat trip which will head to the crystal clear waters and some of the best snorkeling spots in the Red Sea. Enjoy witnessing the exceptional colorful marine life and coral reefs.

Later, you’ll enjoy your lunch at the hotel.

Upon breakfast at the hotel, we’ll take a Jeep vehicle for an excursion amidst the desert to a Bedouin village to experience the Bedouin lifestyle, participate in camel riding, attend Tanoura and belly dancing, and fire shows. 

Later, you’ll savor a delicious BBQ meal under the stars at sunset and head back to your hotel.

After breakfast, we’ll deliver you to the Cairo International Airport for your trip back home, ending our 10-day Gems of the Nile Tours and Travels in Egypt trip.

We wish you a safe travel back home.